2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
